‘We’re disaster planning’: Trump’s funding freeze rattles domestic violence nonprofits
"The Trump administration funding cuts aimed at 'woke' federal programs have now ensnared some organizations working with a particularly vulnerable group: victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Leaders of gender-based violence nonprofits said that the freeze — which is the subject of a pitched legal battle — has sparked concern about how long they can continue to provide emergency shelter, legal and crisis services to abuse victims around the country.
Adding to fears: the Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women wiped information about open funding opportunities from its website in February, directing applicants to not finalize any grant applications.
Advocates warn that the prolonged uncertainty and potential cuts could destabilize lifesaving services across the country."
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